Litigation Paralegal

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Disability

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP is hiring a Litigation Paralegal for their Jackson, Mississippi office. The ideal candidate will have paralegal experience, preferably in defense litigation, and familiarity with Mississippi's legal procedures. This full-time position offers a competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience in defense litigation with exposure to legal billing is preferred.
• Familiarity with Mississippi State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience preparing pleadings, written discovery requests and responses, and trial support.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Analytical and organizational skills

Proficient computer skills (Win10, Microsoft Office applications)

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Education

B.A. degree (preferred)

Paralegal Certificate (a plus)

Job description

Overview

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, a national law firm with offices in all 50 States, has an immediate opening for a Litigation Paralegal in its Jackson office. The ideal candidate must have a general background in paralegal experience. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate a plus.
• Experience in defense litigation with exposure to legal billing is preferred.
• Experience preparing pleadings, written discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, non‑party requests, open records requests, and other discovery tools.
• Familiarity with the Mississippi State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Managing and organizing electronic files, reviewing documents, preparing timelines/medical chronologies, researching/investigation for case management, preparation of trial exhibits and binders, as well as general trial support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; as well as close attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills (Win10, Microsoft Office applications, etc.).
• Comfortable multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced, team‑structured setting.
• B.A. degree is preferred but not required.

Benefits

The Firm offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Disability, Parental Leave and Life Insurance.

Application

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume.

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is an equal opportunity employer.